PGA worker is named as victim of shuttle bus crash that Scottie Scheffler was ‘trying to drive around’ when he was arrested

The pedestrian struck and killed by a shuttle bus outside the PGA Championship has been identified.

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg identified him as local man John Mills, a worker for one of the vendors at the golf tournament.

“This morning our city experienced a tragic accident that took the life of John Mills, a Louisvillian who will be deeply missed by his family and our community,” he said.

“Our focus is on this family who has lost their loved one. I have spoken with members of Mr. Mills’ family to convey our city’s condolences.”

Mills was trying to cross Shelbyville Road around 5 a.m. when he was struck in a designated bus lane, before being pronounced dead at the scene.

“This morning we were devastated to learn that an employee of one of our suppliers was tragically struck and killed by a shuttle bus outside Valhalla Golf Club,” the PGA of America said in a statement.

“This is heartbreaking for everyone involved with the PGA Championship. We extend our sincere condolences to their family and loved ones. ‘

During a turbulent start to day two in Kentucky, world No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler (pictured) was held in handcuffs following a notable post-accident misunderstanding

The PGA Championship started on Thursday at Valhalla Golf Club (photo)

The game finally started at 8:35 a.m., an hour and 20 minutes later than scheduled, with all spectator gates opening at 8 a.m. in Kentucky.

In a turbulent start to day two in Valhalla, world number 1 Scottie Scheffler was also detained in handcuffs by police outside the club on Friday morning after a notable misunderstanding.

In striking footage that has gone viral on social media, Scheffler can be seen being led into a police car after attempting to enter Valhalla before his second round at the PGA Championship.

While police and first responders were still at the scene of the fatal crash, the club’s entrances were blocked by a traffic cordon and dozens of police cars before Scheffler attempted to navigate around it to get inside.

The 27-year-old, who became a first-time father earlier this month, was not involved in the crash but quickly found himself on the wrong side of law enforcement when officers allegedly asked him to stop his vehicle.

As he drove another 10 to 20 meters, a police officer desperately tried to attach himself to Scheffler’s vehicle before stopping and stopping as he drove into the entrance to Valhalla.

As the golfer was then led away, ESPN reporter Jeff Darlington – who filmed the incident – ​​tried to get the attention of officers. He was warned: ‘Back up or you’ll go to jail too!’

A massive traffic jam following the fatal accident later led to Scheffler being arrested by police

Remarkable footage shows the world’s No. 1 golfer being led into a police car after driving past a traffic cordon while trying to enter Valhalla.

Scheffler had a strong first round on Thursday, shooting four under at Kentucky

“Right now he’s going to jail,” another officer said. “He’s going to jail and there’s nothing you can do about it. Period of time.’

“Can you please help me?” A panicked Scheffler could be heard asking in the stunning clip as he was led away in handcuffs.

Scheffler was later booked into jail and a mugshot was released through the Louisville Department of Corrections. He is reportedly facing the following charges, per Golf3:

• Second-degree assault on a police officer, which is a misdemeanor

• Third-degree criminal mischief

• Ignoring traffic signals from an officer directing traffic

Players are given replacement cars, and according to ESPN, another player arrived in Valhalla around 5:45 a.m. before attempting to bypass the cordon – just as Scheffler did.

When officers saw the markings on his car, he was turned over without incident.

Scheffler is tied for twelfth after finishing his first round at four under par. As is typical for players at a major championship, Scheffler arrived in Valhalla about three hours early.